This sheet is about exposure to the varicella vaccine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is varicella (chickenpox)? Varicella, commonly called chickenpox, is a viral infection that usually happens in childhood, but can happen anytime in life. Chickenpox is very contagious, meaning it can spread easily from person to person. The best way to …
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COVID-19 Vaccine, Protein Subunit (Novavax)
This sheet is about exposure to a protein subunit COVID-19 vaccine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is COVID-19? COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) is an illness caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. The virus spreads mostly by close person-to-person contact. When an infected person breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes, the virus can …
Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine
This sheet is about exposure to the Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) vaccine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published literature. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What are tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis? Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis are diseases caused by bacteria. Tetanus causes tightening of the muscles and painful muscle spasms. Even with good medical care, 10-20% of …
Human papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
This sheet is about exposure to the HPV vaccine during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is HPV? Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common infection that is passed by skin-to-skin sexual contact. There are over 200 different kinds of HPV. At least 50% of all sexually active people have been exposed to at least one type of HPV. Most …
Seasonal Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot)
This sheet is about exposure to the flu shot in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is influenza? Influenza is commonly called the “flu.” It is an infection of the respiratory (breathing) tract. Symptoms of the flu are fever, headache, chills, muscle aches, cough, congestion (stuffy nose), runny nose, sore throat, and feeling tired (fatigue). The flu …
